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Want to Cut the Cost of Fast Fulfillment? It All Starts with Inventory Placement

Retail TouchPoints

The problems with getting products to people quickly and cheaply are well-known: consumers want fast fulfillment, which is costly to provide, but they don’t want to pay high (or really any) shipping fees. Even Amazon , the trendsetter in fast fulfillment, isn’t immune to higher labor costs.

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Product Substitution: How Savvy Retailers and Manufacturers can Build Supply Chain Resiliency, Reduce Costs and Improve Customer Experiences

Retail TouchPoints

When customers place ecommerce orders, the last thing they want is an unhappy surprise. Shipping delays and stockouts lead to frustration and disappointment, especially when logistical problems impact time-sensitive purchases, such as special occasion gifts, event tickets or prescription medications.

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Post-Purchase Experience: Building brand trust and customer loyalty

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According to PwC, businesses that reduce friction for consumers and empower all employees to “make things right”—whether through returns, price adjustments, or other policies—bring higher customer satisfaction, and more forgiveness. Feedback and engagement : includes product reviews and customer satisfaction surveys.

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5 Ways Retailers Can Tackle Wavering Customer Loyalty

Retail TouchPoints

New research from PwC has found that three in 10 customers are more likely to try a new brand — and that number is even higher among younger consumers. But winning (and keeping) customersloyalty is no longer confined to programs and points. Stand Out Beyond Free Shipping .

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How to Deal With Shipping Delays

lateshipment

Shipping delays are inevitable even with the most efficient carriers. And when they happen, they tend to drive your customers away. Dealing with shipping delays is no rocket science but first, we’ll bust a few delay-related myths along the way to make it easier for you. Shipping Delays are More Common Than You Think.

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How to Build Customer Loyalty Through Paid Ad Campaigns

Kissmetrics

How do you inspire customer loyalty? Most marketers focus on acquiring new customers when it comes to paid marketing. That’s understandable—who wouldn’t want new customers? Bringing in new customers can help your brand grow, but studies show that loyal customers are the lifeblood of your business.

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How Ecommerce Discounts Hurt Customer Loyalty

Optimizely

People choose to shop with Amazon because of the competitive prices, wide selection of products, familiar (and trusted) brand name, and an impressive range of delivery options. You’ll never be able to compete with Amazon because all of this is incredibly expensive! Build trust with your customers in every interaction.